Santa Fe Ikat Mesa

100% Natural Dye : Derived from locally sourced plants and minerals, natural dyes draw from thousands of years of Ayurvedic knowledge.
The dyes used in this design are biodegradable, generate zero waste, help to preserve water quality, and contribute to the nutrient cycle of soil.
Natural dyes produce subtle, layered colours with exquisite tonal variation. This artisanal work inherently results in variations and makes each piece a unique expression of natural elements.
Through the use of these ancient processes and natural dyes, the fabric gains a unique characteristic. During summer, the dye expands the pores of the fabric, making it easy for air to pass through. During winter, the pores close tighter, providing warmth.
Khadi : Handspun and handwoven, natural fiber cloth.
Handspun : Natural fibers, drawn out and twisted together by hand to form a yarn.
Handwoven : Handspun yarns woven together using a handloom.
Khadi is made from handspun and handwoven natural fibers. From the harvest to the yarn to the weave, the material is made by hand without the use of machines, and without electricity. It is a textile that holds the story of nature and sustainable economies, community and ancient craft.
Wearing handloom fabrics have a different feeling than wearing industrially produced fabrics – it drapes and breathes with a supple softness in a rhythm that can only be created by skilled human hands. The feeling is truly luxurious.
Block Printed By Hand :
In India, artisans have used hand carved wooden blocks to print on handwoven fabric for nearly four thousand years. This fabric was printed layer by layer, colour by colour - entirely by hand.
Each block print started as a tree, then a wood block, carved by hand into sets of intricate patterns, dipped and stamped layer by layer, revealing ancient motifs of Earth, sky, flora and fauna.
Handwork naturally results in variations. We cherish these imperfections for their human touch.